Joel Reagan talks with Tara Strain, City Administrator for the City of Centralia, serving Centralia, Missouri, and providing municipal leadership and essential public services to residents. Strain discusses city operations including tree removal related to emerald ash borer damage, infrastructure maintenance, budgeting, and long term planning. She also shares information about electric system upgrades, water system maintenance, parks and recreation improvements, and community events such as Anchor Fest. The conversation highlights how Centralia balances tight budgets while maintaining quality of life and strong community engagement. (centraliamo.gov)
Original airdate: 5/10/2026
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Joel joined K-LOVE in 2010 and he covers U.S. central states including major markets Tulsa, Oklahoma City and Kansas City.